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Horse Riding Disciplines

FEI’s New Handbook Benefits Dressage Riders, Too

Authored by some of the most experienced Federation Equestre Internationale (FEI) dressage judges, this new "bible" is invaluable to dressage…

17 years ago


Improve Your Rollback Turns

Rollback turns are difficult because they involve so many skills. Riders need to look ahead and plan a turn after…

18 years ago

Don???t be a Slouch

Huntseat equitation riders are often admonished by their coaches to sit up straight and maintain good posture. A graceful, erect…

18 years ago

Scorecard Secrets

"The judge just doesn’t like my horse.” Unfortunately that’s a common rationalization when a rider is perplexed about her horse’s…

18 years ago

Introducing a Horse to a Cart

Q. At what age should a horse begin getting introduced to the cart? A. Horses can be started in harness…

18 years ago

Gallery: Quarter Marks

Decorative markings brushed into the horse’s coat--quarter marks--enhance the conformation of a well-muscled hip and croup, and draw attention to…

18 years ago

Saddle Seat Myths and Misconceptions

Many saddle seat riders believe their sport is misunderstood by those unfamiliar with the discipline. Here, Carole Stohlmann, a United…

18 years ago

Showmanship: Perfect Your Presentation

The purpose of the showmanship class is for exhibitors to demonstrate their ability to show their horses, rather than showcasing…

18 years ago

How to Braid a Horse’s Mane for Hunter Competition

Download a printable version of this page If you grew up riding hunters 20 years ago, chances are you mastered…

18 years ago

How to Braid a Horse’s Tail for Hunter Competition

Click here to download a pdf of this page. A neatly braided tail accentuates a hunter’s hindquarters. It adds to…

18 years ago